Reading Queens

The energy in this episode is very chaotic and very fun! Come hang out with us as we discuss some very serious chicken situations, Raya and the Last Dragon writing lessons, and which book character we would love to have as our BFF!  Hosted by Hanna Sandvig (@hannasandvig), Joanna Reeder (@joanna_reeder), Alison Ingleby (@alisoningleby), and Valia Lind (@valialind).  Artwork by Hanna Sand...

We're back and we're talking dragons! There's a lot going on in this episode, so make sure to tune in! Our conversation included books by Rachel Hartman, Julie Kagawa, Naomi Novik, and Mari Macunsi (and more!) Link to the books mentioned: https://bookshop.org/lists/ep-22-webtoons-jurassic-park-dragons Hosted by Kay L Moody (@kaylmoody), Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Clari Gosling (@clarissagosling)...

Yes, this is the one were Valia spoils everything (especially The Originals). Tess said it was okay! So listen at your own risk. But definitely listen! Joanna talks about what the show means to her, and you don't want to miss out!  Hosted by Joanna Reeder (@joanna_reeder), Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), and Valia Lind (@valialind).  Artwork by Hanna Sandvig. Music by Stephen Roy. 

Are we about to lose some friends? Maybe. But we think you should still come listen to our ranty and fun episode! We talk raising bunnies, book problems, fantastic villains, and villain love interests. And we have a lot of thoughts!  Hosted by Kay L Moody (@kaylmoody), Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Clari Gosling (@clarigosling), and Valia Lind (@valialind).  Artwork by Hanna Sandvig. Musi...

We don’t know who needs to hear this but go water your air plans. Also, this is the episode where Valia says “interesting” about a hundred times. Come talk anti-heroes with us! Including books by Suzanne Collins, Jeff Wheeler, Rebecca Shaeffer, Kiersten White, and more! Hosted by Joanna Reeder (@joanna_reeder), Kristin J. Dawson (@kristinimagines), Stacey Trombley (@trombolli), and Valia Lind (@va...

We're back! On today's show, we talk about all the things, including (but not limited too): dictation, meeting big time authors, a deserted island, and books!  Hosted by Joanna Reeder (@joanna_reeder), Kristin J. Dawson (@kristinimagines), Stacey Trombley (@trombolii), and Valia Lind (@valialind)  Link to the diction video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUVQ2vd_w1M Artwork by Hanna San...

Unscripted, unfiltered, and ranty!! Welcome to our third mini episode! Our topic? Shadow and Bone - the show & books! We talk ALL THE SPOILERS! Keeping our opinions to the show, the trilogy, and the Six of Crows duology.  Hosted by Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Kay L Moody (@kaylmoody), Hanna Sandvig (@hannasandvig), and Valia Lind (@valialind). Come listen to us lose our minds over the sh...

Welcome back! Today we're here to talk about love triangles. Do we hate them? Do we love them? Listen and find out! Featuring books by Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Anna Bright, Andrea Robertson, Becky Moynihan, & more!  Links to the books can be found here: https://bookshop.org/lists/ep-18-pottery-twilight-love-triangles Hosted by Joanna Reeder (@joanna_reeder), Hanna Sandvig (@...

Unscripted, unfiltered, and ranty!! Welcome to our second mini episode! Our topic? Shadow and Bone - the show! This episode is for everyone as it does not contain spoilers! (A fully spoiler filled episode, and all our opinions, is coming). Hosted by Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Kay L Moody (@kaylmoody), Hanna Sandvig (@hannasandvig), and Valia Lind (@valialind). Come listen to us lose our minds ov...

We're back for another episode! And today, we geek out over a bunch of things, including, but not limited to: Star Wars, air plants, Winx, and story telling! It's such a fun episode!  Hosted by Joanna Reeder (@joanna_reeder), Hanna Sandvig (@hannasandvig), Abby J. Reed (@abbyjreed), and Valia Lind (@valialind).  Artwork by Hanna Sandvig. Music by Stephen Roy. 

Welcome back! Today we're discussing all kinds of things from Detroit Being Human to Cinderella to Ember in the Ashes. Hosted by Kay L Moody (@kaylmoody), Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Rose Garcia (@rosegarciabooks), and Valia Lind (@valialind) Books discussed can be found here: https://bookshop.org/lists/ep-16-late-nights-cinderella-cross-class-romance Artwork by Hanna Sandvig. Music by Stephen Ro...

Unscripted, unfiltered, and ranty!! Welcome to our first mini episode! Our topic? Shadow and Bone! This episode is for everyone as it does not contain spoilers! (A fully spoiler filled episode, and all our opinions, is coming).  Hosted by Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Hanna Sandvig (@hannasandvig), and Valia Lind (@valialind). Don't forget to enter our giveaway for the full paperback set of Sh...

Welcome back! And welcome to another episode full of chaos. It was so fun! Join your hosts Kay L Moody (@kaylmoody), Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Rose Garcia (@rosegarciabooks), and Valia Lind (@valialind) as they talk video games, music, and what YA characters type they would be!  Artwork by Hanna Sandvig. Music by Stephen Roy. 

The most hectic episode ever! But so fun! Join us as we discuss our favorite teas, The Originals, and the found family trope! Hosted by Kay L Moody, Tessonja Odette, Hanna Sandvig, and Valia Lind.  Books discussed in the episode: https://bookshop.org/lists/ep-14-teas-the-originals-found-families Artwork by Hanna Sandvig. Music by Stephen Roy. 

Episode 13 is here and it's filled with laughter, fun discussions about baking, TBRs and DNF books, and K-Dramas! We get pretty into it. Don't miss out! Hosted by Kay L Moody (@kaylmoody), Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Hanna Sandvig (@hannasandvig), and Valia Lind (@valialind). Can you guess what our next trope is?  Artwork by Hanna Sandvig. Music by Stephen Roy. 

Hi friends! Today we dive into a very fun trope: forbidden love! We also discuss some fun side tropes and techniques, like lethal kisses and much more! Books mentioned include The Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead, The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater, This Savage Song by Victoria Schwab, and Firelight by Sophie Jordan! We also recommend a bunch of other books that include forbidden love.  All...

In this episode, you get to meet our final Reading Queen, listen to our plant love grow like the plants we keep buying (except for the succulents), and enjoy our lament over the Hobbit movie adaptation. Among other things! Hosted by Hanna Sandvig (@hannasandvig), Joanna Reeder (@joanna_reeder), Alison Ingleby (@alisoningleby), & Valia Lind (@valialind). Come join the fun & guess what our n...

We're back! And we're here to talk about one of our favorite tropes: royalty! Books discussed include The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer, The Selection by Kiera Cass, Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard, and Ash Princess by Laura Sebastian, among others! All the books can be found here: https://bookshop.org/lists/ep-10-fireworks-the-lunar-chronicles-royalty   Follow us on Instagram: @readingquee...

Welcome back! In this episode, you meet a new queen, hear Tess gush about Theo James and her feels regarding Sanditon, before we dive into a YA fantasy cover discussion.  The question here: What is your favorite type of a cover?  Hosted by Kay L Moody (@kaylmoody), Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Clara Gosling (@clarissahgosling), and Valia Lind (@valialind) Artwork by Hanna Sandvig. Music...

Welcome back! Today we dive into the world of Shadowhunters (we have a lot to say), short stories, and the hidden magic trope! Books discussed Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare, The Diviners by Libba Bray, Legendborn by Tracy Deonn, and Rebel Belle by Rachel Hawkins. Make sure to check out our Bookshop page for all the books we discuss: https://bookshop.org/lists/ep-8-short-stories-shadowhunters-...

Reading Queens here, coming at you with more book talk! Join hosts Joanna Reeder (@joanna_reeder), Kristin J Dawson (@kristinimagines) , Stacey Trombley (@trombolii) , and Valia Lind (@valialind) as we discuss our favorite books, favorite main characters, and our love (or dislike) for re-reading!  Artwork by Hanna Sandvig. Music by Stephen Roy. 

Settle in as we talk about baking birthday cakes for our books, all the plant mom things, and friends-to-lovers romance!  Hosted by Joanna Reeder (@Joanna_Reeder), Hanna Sandvig (@hannasandvig), Abby J. Reed (@abbyjreed), and Valia Lind (@valialind). Books mentioned: Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins, Starcrossed by Josephine Angelini, Snow Like Ashes by Sara Raasch, and Heist Soc...

We're back! And we're talking real ghost hauntings, serial killers, and all the bookish things! Hosted by Joanna Reeder (@Joanna_Reeder), Hanna Sandvig (@hannasandvig), Abby J. Reed (@abbyjreed), and Valia Lind (@valialind).  Follow us on Instagram and guess our next trope: https://www.instagram.com/readingqueenspod/ Artwork by Hanna Sandvig. Music by Stephen Roy. 

This is a full fangirl type of an episode! Listen to us gush about some shows and movies, and then talk all the bookish things! Shadow and Bone, Aurora Rising, Children of Blood and Bone, and Girl of Fire and Thorns all follow the Chosen One trope and we love them! We also include some awesome, less known books as recs for the trope! Hosted by Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Kay L Moody (@kaylmoody),...

Welcome back! Today, you get to meet another one of our queens, hear us gush about Dylan O'Brien, if we would be comfortable in a castle, and all about pets, our own and magical ones! And of course, books! Hosted by Kay L Moody (@kaylmoody), Tessonja Odette (@tessonja), Rose Garcia (@rosegarciabooks), and Valia Lind (@valialind) For more information, check out our website: https://valialind.com/re...